Welcome to The QUEER REBEL

Hey there! I'm Ignace, born in 1976, and I’m thrilled to share my first post with you. Growing up, I always felt like an outsider, and it wasn’t until much later that I realized why: I was born Androgynous or Non-Binary—identities that didn’t fit neatly into society’s rigid gender norms. This blog is my space to share my journey of self-discovery, from childhood to now.

Welcome to The QUEER REBEL, where I talk about hiding my true self, facing societal norms, and the pivotal moments that led me to embrace my Non-Binary identity. I cover my struggles, including a rebellious youth and financial ruin, leading to an awakening to who I really am wich was the reason of my transformation.

Becoming a Queer rebel is all about resilience and the power of self-acceptance. I hope my blog inspires and helps you on your own journey. Join me as I explore and celebrate gender identity through my art and voice. Together, we can build a supportive community where everyone feels seen and loved.

Living a Lie 

From an early age, I knew I didn’t fit in. At 7, my sister would dress me in drag, a liberating experience I had to hide from the world. I spent my youth in constant conflict, caught between my true self and the expectations of a society that didn’t understand me. I fell in with a tough crowd during my teenage years, rebelling against the world in every way but the one that mattered—being true to myself.

This rebellion led me down a dark path of self-destruction, culminating in a prison sentence at 28. It was there, in the depths of my lowest point, that I first began to confront my true identity. Yet, despite this revelation, I fell back into old habits, continuing to wear the masks society expected of me.

In 2006, I opened a Sports Nutrition Shop—a venture born from my past life passions. But even as a business owner, I was still hiding behind a façade. The toll of living this double life caught up with me, leading to a severe identity crisis and deep depression. I was lost, trapped in a cycle of denial, until I finally began the painful process of self-reflection.

This transformative process involved confronting the inner struggles at the core of my self-destructive actions. During this time, my business partner died from a thrombosis, and three months later, I filed for bankruptcy, ending up €50,000 in debt.

The Turning Point

Everything changed when my business collapsed, leaving me with €50,000 in debt. I was on the brink of giving up, but this financial disaster became the catalyst for my transformation. Forced to live on just €80 a week in a debt program that lasted eight years, I began to explore spirituality and found a sense of peace in accepting life as it was. This journey of self-discovery helped me embrace my Non-Binary identity, shedding the masks I had worn for so long.

Through this process, I learned that true success and happiness come from being authentic. As I let go of societal expectations and embraced my true self, I experienced a profound transformation—from financial ruin to spiritual awakening.

From falsehood to freedom

My journey from financial disaster to inner growth has been nothing short of transformative. Embracing my Non-Binary identity and shedding the need to conform to societal norms has opened my heart to unconditional love for myself and others.

This realization drives me to use my art and voice to support those struggling with their identity, particularly within the LGBTQIA+ community.

Today, I navigate life with sobriety and self-acceptance, sharing my experiences here on The QUEER REBEL. I’m committed to raising awareness, offering tools for self-love, and donating 10% of my art income to charities supporting transgender people, mental health, and the homeless.

I’m deeply grateful for the journey I’ve been on and all I want is to encourage you to be completely true to yourself!

Much Love!